Dr. Gupta Highlights Body's Natural Painkillers Beyond Medications
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CNN
Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the body's natural painkillers, such as endorphins and the endogenous opioid system, highlighting how mind-body techniques, lifestyle choices, and emerging medical treatments can effectively manage pain beyond medications. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and harnessing these internal systems, along with cautious use of NSAIDs and new drug developments, to improve pain relief and healing.